Jolly Fish Press

GHOST SAYS MEOW by Lauren Kukla is now available to request for early review! ?? You will definitely want to make sure this adorable picture book is on your shelf this Halloween! ?? Synopsis: Halloween is here, and the night is alive with spooky sounds! Skeletons clatter, bats shriek, and one little ghost says . . . “Meow”? With enchanting rhymes supported by charming illustrations, this delightful story teaches little ones the joy that can come from being themselves while encouraging them to find inspiration in the unconventional. NetGalley: https://lnkd.in/gepPywHt Edelweiss+: https://lnkd.in/gTCxYxzf

"A delightfully magical take on a familiar situation, enhanced by pitch-perfect illustrations. Recommended for all early chapter book collections." —School Library Journal The first three books in the MAGGIE SPARKS series are available now! ?? Synopsis: Step into the magical world of Maggie Sparks: the mischievous little witch who turns every day into an adventure. Join Maggie as she learns how to tackle school, make friends, and, most confusing of all, understand her emotions—when she’s not facing dragons and meeting aliens, that is! https://lnkd.in/g-yyZGzS

“This is a great way to learn about heights, lengths, and weights by measuring things that kids are interested in and already familiar with. . . . Many of these examples can be tried at home!” —Story Monsters Ink MATH ALL AROUND is available now! In MATH ALL AROUND, narrative-driven stories introduce foundational math concepts to young readers in creative ways. Each title combines an interesting story with an important math concept from the Common Core curriculum, while simple language helps build readers’ confidence in reading. https://lnkd.in/g9B82r7B

“RACING THE CLOUDS is immensely important and impossible to put down. Thirteen-year-old Sage jumps off the page as author Sydney Dunlap allows us to know her in a deep authentic way. Sage is a unique and memorable character, while her universal struggles will have readers examining their own lives for the better. I highly recommend this brilliant book.” —Sandy Grubb, award-winning author of JUST LIKE CLICK RACING THE CLOUDS is available now! ?? Synopsis: Blaming herself for the accident leading to her mother’s opioid addiction, thirteen-year-old Sage hopes to fix what’s gone wrong by visiting her estranged grandparents, where she learns about the complexity of family relationships, the value of forgiveness, and how to find her way forward with resilience and hope. https://lnkd.in/dTDkkhDW

Today's the day—RAIN, RAIN by Josh Banday is available now!! ??? In this debut picture book from actor and comedian Josh Banday, a bored and grouchy child escapes the torment of rainy-day errands by weaving a fantastic tale of adventure from within their little yellow raincoat. But even imaginary homes where imaginary neighbors dish out imaginary cheese with imaginary crackers have their problems: Weeples. Weeples are a menace. They can’t be reasoned with, trapped, or mailed to Florida. As more and more weeples fill the cozy confines of the raincoat, it’s up to our child to find a solution that will make the weeples POOF once and for all. This playful tale of off-the-wall imagination and problem-solving is a window into the mind of the bored child. It also serves as a gentle reminder that laughter and imagination can work their magic even on the dreariest of days. https://lnkd.in/grGJQ4V7

SAFE IN THE SUN is now available for early review on NetGalley and Edelweiss+! ??????? NetGalley: https://lnkd.in/gmWfPNGG Edelweiss+: https://lnkd.in/gDwKh6SM Four friends are heading outside for a full day of fun! While Alex and Charlie make sure to put on sunscreen and protective clothing, Sam and Nate decide they don’t need to worry about it because it’s a cloudy day. But the next morning, Sam and Nate wake up to red, painful sunburns. “How did this happen? The sun wasn’t even out!” Alex and Charlie help the boys understand how ultraviolet light can cause sunburns, and how to be smart about sun protection so they can continue to spend lots of time outside as healthy and active kids. Written by Adam Schmitt, MD, MS, a dermatologist and Mohs surgeon based in the Twin Cities and the father of two young children, SAFE IN THE SUN teaches children everything they need to know about how to have fun while staying safe in the sun. Available July 22!

“This book, part of the Math All Around series, is a great tool when teaching children how to tell time!” —Children's Literature MATH ALL AROUND is available now!? ? In MATH ALL AROUND, narrative-driven stories introduce foundational math concepts to young readers in creative ways. Each title combines an interesting story with an important math concept from the Common Core curriculum, while simple language helps build readers’ confidence in reading. https://lnkd.in/g9B82r7B

THE WORLD INSIDE by Jan Fields is now available for early review on NetGalley and Edelweiss+! ? In this compelling and accessible novel for teen readers, an aspiring artist must investigate ghostly paintings in order to find a way to help her great-aunt—the painter of the images–wake up from a coma. ? Characterized by exciting, fast-paced plots and themes that are relevant for high school students, Horizon’s Hi-Lo books are both engaging and easy to read. Short chapters, simple sentence structures, and an accessible format make these books perfect for teen reluctant readers. Horizon books are written at a 2nd- to 3rd-grade reading level with an interest level of ages 14 and up. NetGalley: https://lnkd.in/dviCFp8a Edelweiss+: https://lnkd.in/d2Y-Vjcg

RAIN, RAIN is out in just one week! ?? Be sure to preorder your copy of this whimsical new picture book by Josh Banday! Synopsis: In this debut picture book from actor and comedian Josh Banday, a bored and grouchy child escapes the torment of rainy-day errands by weaving a fantastic tale of adventure from within their little yellow raincoat. But even imaginary homes where imaginary neighbors dish out imaginary cheese with imaginary crackers have their problems: Weeples. Weeples are a menace. They can’t be reasoned with, trapped, or mailed to Florida. As more and more weeples fill the cozy confines of the raincoat, it’s up to our child to find a solution that will make the weeples POOF once and for all. This playful tale of off-the-wall imagination and problem-solving is a window into the mind of the bored child. It also serves as a gentle reminder that laughter and imagination can work their magic even on the dreariest of days. https://lnkd.in/grGJQ4V7

We are delighted to announce that IT HAPPENED ON SATURDAY by Sydney Dunlap is a 2025–2026 Virginia Readers' Choice Selection! ????? Synopsis: Thirteen-year-old Julia would much rather work with horses at the rescue barn than worry about things like dating and makeup. But when her BFF meets a boy at camp, Julia’s determined not to get left behind. After a makeover from her older sister, she posts a picture of herself online and gets a comment from Tyler—a seemingly nice kid who lives across town. As they DM more and more, Julia’s sure that Tyler understands her in a way her family never has. Even better, their relationship earns her tons of attention at school. Then Julia finds out Tyler’s true plan, and her world is turned upside down. She fiercely guards her secret, but could her silence allow her friends to fall into the same trap? https://lnkd.in/ghW7YiDU